Business Details
27 Years
experience
Expert Hardwood Flooring Solutions in New York
Founded in 1999, Sota Floors has established itself as a premier hardwood flooring specialist serving New York, the Hamptons, Brooklyn, Queens, and Westchester. Our expertise spans custom finishing, installations, and material sourcing, supported by a team of master craftsmen trained in advanced techniques like wire-brushing, hand-scraping, and custom staining. With showrooms in Manhattan and Southampton, we combine decades of industry experience with innovative design solutions, including our 1 O.A.K. custom fabrication lab.We prioritize client collaboration from project inception to completion, ensuring every floor meets exact specifications for longevity, wear, and maintenance. Our partnerships with domestic and international mills guarantee access to sustainably sourced, high-quality wood products. Recognized in Architectural Digest and HGTV, we maintain certifications with Bona and Aria Vents to deliver superior craftsmanship and client satisfaction.
Services
Flooring installation
Design consultation
Custom fabrication
Dustless sanding
Material sourcing
Certified Bona maintenance
Aria vents
Commercial installation
Free in-home measurement
Wood floor maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized hardwood flooring expertise.
- Our team includes master craftsmen trained in advanced techniques like hand-scraping and fuming.
- We provide hands-on design consultations and custom fabrication services.
- Our Bona Certified Maintenance program ensures long-lasting floor quality.
- We partner with domestic and international mills for sustainably sourced materials.
Associations and certifications
- Bona Certified Craftsman
- Aria Vents
What people say
Prompt, reliable, professional
Managed everything perfectly
Achieved perfection
Exceeded expectations
Will hire again
Services
Flooring installation
Our professional flooring installation ensures precise execution for engineered, solid, and specialty wood floors. Using advanced tools and techniques, we guarantee seamless results that enhance longevity and maintain manufacturer warranties. Clients benefit from stress-free project management and post-installation maintenance support.
Design consultation
We offer tailored design consultations to integrate flooring with overall home decor. Services include material selection, color matching, and acoustical underlayment recommendations. Our experts guide clients through options for both new installations and refinishing existing floors.
Custom fabrication
The 1 O.A.K. design lab creates bespoke wood floors with unique finishes, edge details, and patterns. Clients collaborate directly with artisans to develop one-of-a-kind solutions, including hand-sculpted and fumed wood options.
Dustless sanding
Our dustless sanding technology minimizes mess during floor restoration. Combined with custom staining and Bona-certified finishes, this service revitalizes worn floors while preserving indoor air quality and reducing cleanup time.
Certified Bona maintenance
Bona-certified maintenance programs extend floor lifespan through protective treatments and deep cleaning. Our protocols address high-traffic areas, removing grime without harsh chemicals to maintain luster and durability.
People
Eric Herman
Owner
Eric Herman founded Sota Floors in 1999 after graduating from the University of Buffalo. With over 25 years in the industry, he leads a team of master craftsmen and pioneered the 1 O.A.K. custom design lab. Eric emphasizes client collaboration and sustainable sourcing.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve New York City, the Hamptons, Brooklyn, Queens, and Westchester County from our Manhattan and Southampton showrooms.
Do you offer custom flooring options?
Yes, our 1 O.A.K. design lab creates custom wood floors with unique finishes, patterns, and edge details tailored to client specifications.
Are your installers certified?
Our team includes Bona Certified Craftsman and specialists trained in dustless sanding and acoustical underlayment installation.
Can you refinish existing hardwood floors?
Yes, we offer dustless sanding, staining, and Bona-certified refinishing services to restore worn hardwood floors to like-new condition.
What is your design consultation process?
Our consultation includes material selection, color matching, and integration with home decor. Clients work directly with our design team to finalize plans.
How do you handle maintenance for commercial spaces?
We provide specialized maintenance programs for restaurants, hotels, and offices using Bona-certified cleaning methods and protective treatments.
